US · guidance
CMS SOM App. J, Tag W438
(1) The facility must develop and implement detailed written plans and procedures
to meet all potential emergencies and disasters such as fire, severe weather, and
missing clients.
Guidance §483.470(h)(1)
See State Operations Manual, Appendix Z – Emergency Preparedness for All Provider
and Certified Supplier Types, Interpretive Guidance at §483.475(a)(1).
History
Rev., 175, Issued: 12-22-17, Effective: 12-22-17, Implementation: 12-22-17
Provenance
- Source
- cms.gov
- Retrieved
- 2026-07-22
- Edition
- som-2026-07-22
- Content hash
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